Occupational Therapist

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality occupational therapy services to patients from birth through geriatrics. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, implement therapeutic interventions, and monitor progress to promote functional independence and improve quality of life across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and a collaborative approach to patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, including motor, sensory, and functional assessments, as appropriate to each patient’s needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, physician referrals, and patient-specific goals.
• Establish measurable, functional treatment goals that incorporate patient and family preferences.
• Provide appropriate occupational therapy interventions to improve functional performance, independence, safety, and quality of life.
• Monitor patient progress and response to treatment, modifying intervention plans as needed and communicating with referral sources regarding changes in patient status or treatment needs.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, re-evaluations, and discharge summaries accurately and within established departmental timelines.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, therapeutic techniques, home exercise programs (HEPs), and strategies to support continued progress.
• Assess the need for adaptive equipment and assistive devices and make recommendations to improve patient safety and functional independence.
• Fabricate, fit, and monitor splints as indicated and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure physician referral requirements are met before initiating occupational therapy services.
• Communicate regularly with occupational therapy team members regarding caseloads, workload management, coverage needs, and opportunities to assist other units.
• Collaborate professionally with physicians, interdisciplinary healthcare team members, patients, families, and caregivers to support coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and submit charges in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Apply established occupational therapy standards of care and departmental clinical guidelines when providing treatment.
• Request clarification or additional guidance regarding occupational therapy services when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Licensure, and Certifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an approved educational institution.
• Current occupational therapist licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. New graduates and applicants licensed in other states may be considered if eligible for Pennsylvania licensure.
• Current or eligible for certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
• Stroke education as required for the position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Clinical assessment and treatment planning: Ability to evaluate patient needs, develop individualized treatment plans, establish measurable goals, and implement appropriate occupational therapy interventions.
• Communication and patient education: Ability to explain treatment plans and goals clearly, adapt communication to patients’ and caregivers’ levels of understanding, and provide effective education regarding therapeutic interventions and home exercise programs.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving: Ability to analyze patient performance, identify barriers to functional independence, and determine appropriate interventions to support improved outcomes.
• Teamwork and collaboration: Ability to work effectively with occupational therapy colleagues and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and manage changing caseload demands.
• Organization and time management: Ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage multiple patients, complete documentation accurately, and meet established clinical deadlines.
• Professionalism and patient relations: Demonstrates a positive, respectful, and service-oriented approach when interacting with patients, families, colleagues, third-party payers, and other healthcare team members.
• Confidentiality and compliance: Maintains strict confidentiality of patient information, patient accounts, and hospital-related matters and complies with applicable organizational policies, procedures, and the TAH Corporate Compliance Policy.
• Adaptability and composure: Ability to manage competing priorities, resolve conflicts professionally, and deliver quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment, including stressful situations.

Pay: $34.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• stroke: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34 - $38